Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom, a leading legal services provider, seeks a Contracts and Procurement Lawyer in Plymouth. This role involves managing a team, providing expert legal advice on contract regulations, and supporting council operations. Candidates must be qualified solicitors or barristers with experience in contract law and team management.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practice in England and Wales.
• Experience in negotiating and drafting construction contracts and service agreements.
• Ability to provide solutions-focused legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Contract Lawyers providing legal advice on various contracts.
• Handle a full, varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Train council staff on legal issues and ensure compliance.

Skills

Negotiating

Team Management

Client Advising

Legal Drafting

Public Contract Regulations

Education

Solicitor qualification

Barrister qualification

CILEX Fellowship

Job description

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Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, Plymouth

Client: Social Care Locums

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in this area of law. This role offers an opportunity to develop and enhance your skills through varied and quality work.

You will work as part of a team of Contract Lawyers, providing proactive legal advice on issues including Public Contract Regulations, Company law, Subsidy Control, NEC and JCT construction Contracts, and general contract queries. You will manage a full, varied, and demanding caseload.

Senior Lawyers will participate in team management and may deputise for the Principal Solicitor, contributing to the delivery of high-quality legal services.

We are looking for an effective, dynamic individual with some experience in managing and supervising teams, and the ability to motivate others and work collaboratively.

Shortlisting Criteria

Applicants must be Solicitors, Barristers, or Fellows of CILEX, eligible to practice in England and Wales, with a current practicing certificate. Experience in negotiating and drafting construction contracts, service agreements, and facilities management services is required. The ability to provide solutions-focused advice and learn quickly about new subjects is essential. Effective teamwork, managing priorities, client and project meeting participation, and advising Members and Senior Officers of the Council are also necessary.

The role is hybrid; remote work will be considered. Occasional office attendance may be required, with the candidate expected to collect their laptop from the Reigate office on the first day.

The role involves managing a team of lawyers, providing leadership, supervision, and expert legal advice to the County Council, its members, officers, and committees. It contributes to the wider management of Legal Services and embodies the council's values and behaviors.

You will handle a demanding caseload, deliver innovative solutions with minimal supervision, and support the council's goal to reduce reliance on external legal support. Advocacy may be required, and the role includes assisting the Monitoring Officer with legal compliance issues.

Additionally, the role involves training staff within the Council to stay updated on legal issues and emerging developments.

For more information, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums.